Reviews of Steamship William G. Mather Museum (Museum)

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Large steamship. Tours available.

Joshua Arthur

One of the most amazing places I have gone I love this place!

Bri L

I loved seeing this! It was incredibly interesting to see. You don't realize how massive this ship is from a distance. but walking up to it- it's amazing. I would recommend seeing it if you find history or ships interesting in the slightest.

Brian Hathaway

Great educational and entertainment value. It was a time warp to another era.

RL Gent

This steamship museum is closed for the season. Unfortunately, this closing is not posted to Google maps or the website. It reopens May of 2019.

Lisa White

Awesome experience. Loved being able to walk back in time

Brandon Schmidt

The SS William G. Mather is a unique experience located north of the Great Lakes Science Center. The science center runs the ship, which is open during spring and summer. You can purchase a joint ticket for both the science center and ship, or just board at the forward gangway and purchase a ticket at the box office located inside the cargo hold. Self guided tours will take you throughout the ship, including seeing where William G. Mather's personal quarters were located on the Cleveland Cliff's flagship. From the cargo hold to the pilot house to the engine room, and more; take a tour to explore the history of one of North Coast Harbors iconic attractions!

Jacqueline Lantis

Wonderful experience the air show was awesome. Only problem can not get to the upper deck if handicap

Marwan

The Steamship William G. Mather is a retired Great Lakes bulk freighter now restored as a museum ship in Cleveland, Ohio, one of four in the Great Lakes region. She transported cargo such as ore, coal, stone, and grain to ports throughout the Great Lakes, and was nicknamed "The Ship That Built Cleveland" because Cleveland's steel mills were a frequent destination. - Wikipedia

Dave Allison

Boats are boats, but a 600 foot freighter that you can tour on? wow! We really enjoyed the walking and looking around. Grand son got to turn the wheel (in front and in the rear), we learned so much about freight liners and life aboard. A recommended visit - and seek out the Chief engineers quarters and his secret passage down the engine room (can't walk it, but ask about it).

Lynn Ringis

I enjoyed touring this large steamship. Lots of steep stairs/ladders and high views (gorgeous views of downtown Cleveland!). Wear good walking shoes!

brian hathaway

Great adventure for history and education of a difficult occupation.

Mike Oradini

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Ben Carpenter

Just a massive freighter to explore, right next door to the beautiful East 9th Street pier. Check it out if you're in town!

Kaylee Moreno

Awesome self guided tour. Cool to get into many spaces and learn the history

Michael Johnson

Great stop in Cleveland to explore a retired steamship! It was less than $10 per adult and is a self paced tour. Do note though that climbing and descending stairs is required. No strollers or wheelchairs will work here. Was a very fascinating look into the past for cargo shipping on the great lakes!

Rishab Gaba

Loved touring it. Self guided. Will take 40-60 minutes. Must visit. Machinery is breathtaking.

Paul Khrab

Such a gorgeous place

Elif Asar

Amazing!

Theresa Mcvay

Was great not to expensive fun for the whole family.

Надія Єндрис

(Translated) Great place to relax with your family. Very interesting and cognitive. (Original) Прекрасне місце для відпочинку з сімєю. Дуже цікаво і пізнавально.

*IAC*

Closed due to Covid, for 2021. What a Joke !

Emily Wolter

Very cool museum and quite affordable. Lots of steep steps so be aware if you have mobility issues. So much fun exploring all the rooms. Recommend for kids and adults alike.

Kylie Dekdebrun

See an old lake freighter! Most of the ship is open for viewing, and restorations continue.

hwileyiii

Located on the Waterfront and with the Science Center, this is worth a visit if you're in Cleveland. The Science Center is an interesting place, however not as well set up as the Carnegie System in Pittsburgh. The steamship gives you a look back into history as how ore, coal, and coke were moved through the lakes to the great US Steel producers. It also gives you a sense of the dangers these men faced navigating the Great Lakes and the terrible storms and hazards they faced

Andrew Komyati Historical Headlines

Retired Great Lakes bulk freighter now restored as a museum ship. 618 feet long.

Jovany Hernandez

It was a wonderful treat being able to explore the historic ship at our own pace and take in the spectacular views. Recommend visiting at least once.

Alex Denisenko

Great historical knowledge and experience

ABDULRHMAN MOHAMMED BEDAIWI

Like it

Titan 18

A cool great lakes ship that's a museum and you can tour. Be sure to double check open times info, I went when they said they were open and weren't for maintenance, luckily I'm a local and managed to see it. Make an early day,there is the science museum, Hall of rock museum and nices sites and restaurants near by to explore.

John Doran

Love her, the people working there are great,.

Mick Wedley

Really cool museum

Meg Thompson

We took our kids here (4 and 7) and they loved it. The guide, Jack, was very knowledgeable and great with the kids. We loved it.

Chris Beet Eater Brown

Had a lot of fun on this. Awesome history here !!!

Patricia Abraham

Worth seeing

Robert Hawkins

Love it

Cathy Niedecken

Lot of history and interesting information with very knowledgeable volunteers to share more.

Neocean Long

Great experience. Beautiful ship.

George Handel

Just a beautiful ship to look at! Can't wait to visit next summer and take a tour.

Rich Kizys

Unique place to watch 4th of July fireworks from.

Tom Holz

Very sad again, they really should mention that the ship is only open Saturday and Sundays in the fall. This is the second time we were not able to visit the ship.

Rhonda Holbrook

Very cool!

Jason Brooks

Loved it always wanted to see what it looked like inside since I was a kid. Very in formative

Jim Doe

What an awesome part of the Great Lakes history! This is a great opportunity to see what it's like to be on a Great Lakes Freighter! This was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone who finds Great Lake Freighters interesting! I look forward to going back soon!

Donald White

Awesome museum! The way they have the tour set up is pretty cool, the arrows you follow takes you through every part of the boat. Also the employees working there are amazing, so friendly and informational.

Dave Frazee

Very intersting self-guided tour. Loved looking around in the engine room.

Wayne Fleischmann

My brother-in-law's dad was Captain of this ship in the late fifties and early sixties. What an awesome responsibility and what a testament to those who sacrificed family time to supply our needs

Wolfgang Mueller

Very interesting look at a not so bygone time

Bob Fraz

The self guided tour gave a great understanding of life on the sea. The attendant in the engine room explained well the various systems there. A must see for everyone

Lee Feinerer

Great place to watch the air show. Enjoyed seeing the ship as well

larry novak

Very interesting and infirmative on how they lived

Neal Smith

Amazing piece of history on Lake Erie.Great tour to see this ship in and out.Good displays for kids inside with an explanation of the great lakes and what this ship did.Dont miss out,take this tour.

Jon Andersen

Was a good experience, knowledgeable staff.

T L

Don't get me wrong, it was interesting to take the tour but it was nothing mind blowing.

John Nelson

Cool ship!

Nate Moore

Nice place

Christina Bahtees

My 8 year old son moved this museum!!